CDL Truck Driver Jobs in Meridian, ID

A CDL (Commercial Driver's License) Truck Driver plays a critical role in the transportation industry by ensuring the safe and timely delivery of goods. Their tasks include planning routes, inspecting vehicles for mechanical items and safety issues, and complying with truck driving rules and regulations (size, weight, route designations, parking, and break periods). It is their responsibility to manage loads, keep logs of their activities, report any incidents or issues encountered, and maintain a professional and customer-focused attitude. CDL Truck Drivers are key links in the supply chain, as they facilitate the movement of goods from manufacturers to consumers, impacting sectors such as retail, food services, and manufacturing.

Prior to becoming a CDL Truck Driver, an individual might have held roles such as a delivery driver, warehouse worker, or freight handler. These positions provide the necessary experience in handling goods, understanding delivery protocols, and operating within the logistics sector. In addition to prior experience, a CDL Truck Driver must possess a Commercial Driver's License (CDL) and often undergo further specialized training depending on the type of materials they transport. Essential skills for this role include a solid understanding of road safety, excellent time management to ensure timely deliveries, mechanical knowledge to perform basic vehicle maintenance, and physical stamina to manage long hours on the road.

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OTR Reefer Driver. ID to TX/Midwest and back.

Boise, ID (10 miles from Meridian, ID)
16 hours ago

Boise, ID (10 miles from Meridian, ID)
16 hours ago

B A Transport LLC has an open position, come join our team! Runs go to TX and Midwest and returning back home. 3,500-4K miles weekly Pay is based off Experience Paid weekly via DD Late model...

Teams - Class A Cdl Truck Drivers

Boise, ID (10 miles from Meridian, ID)
16 hours ago

Boise, ID (10 miles from Meridian, ID)
16 hours ago

TEAMS CLASS A CDL TRUCK DRIVERS Market Express is looking for prematched team CDL-A truck drivers to run the 11 Western States and earn top pay while enjoying great benefits!...

Cdl A Drivers - $0 Down & Free Trailer - Lease Purchase Program

Boise, ID (10 miles from Meridian, ID)
16 hours ago

Boise, ID (10 miles from Meridian, ID)
16 hours ago

TRUCK DRIVERS For the rest of this month, we are presenting you our latest deal: $0 Down Payment! Free Trailer! No Escrow! One-Day Orientation! But that's not all, we are also giving: Referral...

Class A CDL drives needed

Boise, ID (10 miles from Meridian, ID)
16 hours ago

Boise, ID (10 miles from Meridian, ID)
16 hours ago

Looking for a team drivers or solo. Amazon freight (not local)mostly west coast.Good pay.For details text,email or call.Thanks

HazMat Retail Driver - CDL (A)

Boise, ID (5 miles from Meridian, ID)
17 hours ago

Boise, ID (5 miles from Meridian, ID)
17 hours ago

POSITION SUMMARY: The HazMat Retail Driver Technician will be responsible to operate class A or B trucks in a Less Than Truckload (LTL) capacity to pick up customer retail waste from retail...

CDL-A Company Driver - 6mo EXP Required - Regional - Flatbed - $1.1k - $1.8k per week - System Trans

Caldwell, ID (13 miles from Meridian, ID)
22 hours ago

Caldwell, ID (13 miles from Meridian, ID)
22 hours ago

Flatbed CDL-A Regional Driver - Off Most Weekends, $1,100.00 - $1,800.00 per week. CDL A Regional Flatbed Driver: $1,100.00 - $1,800.00 per week. Home Weekends AMERICA PROUD. FLATBED STRONG. DRIVE...

CDL-A Company Driver - 6mo EXP Required - OTR - Tanker - $60k - $80k per year - Western Dairy Transp

Boise, ID (10 miles from Meridian, ID)
2 days ago

Boise, ID (10 miles from Meridian, ID)
2 days ago

EXPERIENCED CDL A REGIONAL TRUCK DRIVERS - Idaho. EXPERIENCED CDL A REGIONAL & OTR TRUCK DRIVERS - Idaho Western Dairy Transport (WDT), the nation's leading milk and dairy hauler, with over 55...

Class A OTR Reefer Driver.

Boise, ID (10 miles from Meridian, ID)
3 days ago

Boise, ID (10 miles from Meridian, ID)
3 days ago

B A Transport LLC has an open position, come join our team! EARN UP TO $90,000 OR MORE ANUAL YEARLY EARNINGS! We have new Trucks and Reefer Trailers. Late Model Volvo's and Cascadia's fully...

Local Delivery Driver - CDL A

Nampa, ID (10 miles from Meridian, ID)
3 days ago

Nampa, ID (10 miles from Meridian, ID)
3 days ago

view our Driver Job Preview Video $29.00 / hour * FULL TIME * DAYS Position will deliver to all types of customers including Foodservice. Drives the delivery vehicle and delivers product to the...

Tractor-Trailer Warehouse Truck Driver - CDL A

Caldwell, ID (13 miles from Meridian, ID)
4 days ago

Caldwell, ID (13 miles from Meridian, ID)
4 days ago

at LML TRUCKING LLC in Caldwell, Idaho, United States Job Description This job consists of driving a semi-truck to local refrigerated warehouses, checking in at a kiosk with appointment numbers....

Truck Driver

Boise, ID (10 miles from Meridian, ID)
5 days ago

Boise, ID (10 miles from Meridian, ID)
5 days ago

Must have a valid Class A commercial driver's license (CDL) and possess the ability to safely operate transportation equipment (i.e., tractor/trailer combinations)....

Food Grade Tank Home Daily CDL Truck Driver $72,000 - $85,000 / Year

Boise, ID (10 miles from Meridian, ID)
5 days ago

Boise, ID (10 miles from Meridian, ID)
5 days ago

Ruan is hiring Class A CDL drivers to be based in Nampa, ID, to deliver milk in food grade tank trailers for our dedicated customer. Call ... for more information. Pay Get paid weekly with a...

CDL-A Truck Driver - Earn $52,000-$83,200/Year - 4 Months Exp Required

Melba, ID (16 miles from Meridian, ID)
6 days ago

Melba, ID (16 miles from Meridian, ID)
6 days ago

TWT Refrigerated Service is Now Hiring Experienced CDL-A Truck Drivers! Refrigerated Van CDL-A Driver Earn $52,000 - $83,200 per Year - Full Benefits Now Hiring For: Experienced CDL-A drivers...

CDL-A Driver - Earn $52,000 - $78,000/Year - 4 Months Exp Required

Meridian, ID
6 days ago

Meridian, ID
6 days ago

TWT Refrigerated Service is Now Hiring CDL-A Drivers! Heavy Haul CDL-A Driver - Most Weekends Off! Earn $52,000 - $78,000 per Year - Full Benefits Now Hiring For: Experienced CDL-A drivers...

Driver - CDL (B)

Boise, ID (10 miles from Meridian, ID)
7 days ago

Boise, ID (10 miles from Meridian, ID)
7 days ago

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: Class B or higher Commercial Drivers license with air brakes endorsement....

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Demographic Data for Meridian, ID

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Average Household Income

Home Value vs Household Income in Meridian, ID

Local

National

Total Population

125,283

Number of Businesses

3,743

City Size

Medium/Lg

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Salary for CDL Truck Driver Jobs in Meridian, ID

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireTransportation research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for CDL Truck Driver positions.

Highest Education Level

CDL Truck Drivers in Meridian, ID offer the following education background

High School or GED

37.4%

Vocational Degree or Certification

23.1%

Bachelor's Degree

16.0%

Associate's Degree

13.4%

Master's Degree

4.5%

Some College

3.7%

Some High School

1.4%

Doctorate Degree

0.6%

Average Work Experience

Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by CDL Truck Drivers in Meridian, ID

None

39.3%

1-2 years

31.7%

Less than 1 year

29.0%

Qualifications / Skill Sets

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